Autumn Apple Butter Cupcakes
Deliciously spiced cupcakes made with apple butter, perfect for fall gatherings.
Ingredients
Cupcake Ingredients
- 1 cup apple butter Provides deep flavor and moisture
- 1 cup all-purpose flour Base of the cupcakes
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar Adds moisture and richness
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil For moisture
- 2 pieces eggs Room temperature for better mixing
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon Warm spice flavor
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg For additional warmth
- 1/4 teaspoon salt Balances sweetness
Frosting Ingredients
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened Main ingredient for frosting
- 1/4 cup butter, softened For creaminess
- 2 cups powdered sugar Sweetens the frosting
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds flavor
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon (for frosting) Enhances the spice flavor
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners.
- In a large bowl, mix together the apple butter, sugars, and oil until well combined.
- Add eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
Baking
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let cool completely before frosting.
Frosting
- In a bowl, beat together the cream cheese and butter until smooth.
- Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until fluffy.
- Stir in cinnamon and frost the cooled cupcakes.
- Optionally, decorate with additional cinnamon or apple slices.
Notes
Store cupcakes in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature, or refrigerate for about a week. For longer storage, freeze un-frosted cupcakes for up to 3 months.